The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M), in association with the United States Consulate General, will be hosting a virtual workshop here to help build the capacity of educational institutions in South India to host students. American students.

Entitled “Destination South India,” the online event will be held Nov. 15-18 in conjunction with the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) and the Forum on Education Abroad, according to an IIT-M statement.

The last date to apply is October 15, 2021. The link to register is https://ge.iitm.ac.in/Workshops/US_StudyAbroad.html

“The main objective of convening this virtual workshop is to help educational institutions in South India understand the expectations of American students, American and Indian institutions, and to establish study programs. abroad successful, ”he said.

The workshop includes sessions on credit transfer, safety and mental well-being, the role of Indian students, diversity and inclusion, research, ethical practices and preparedness for post-pandemic programs, a added the press release.